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Hello and nice to meet you! You have just clicked a very exciting guide that will take you through 25 different boudoir styling ideas for your experience.
The beautiful thing about boudoir is there is no proper outfit.
There is no perfect image and it's not for a specific type of person. You can wear anything from a wedding veil to a white bed sheet. This guide will give you some inspiration.
BONUS: I've put a few of my favorite shopping spots for lingerie at the end. You DEFINITELY want to check these out.
And if you have any questions at all, shoot me an email at Bellsboudoirphotography@gmail.com
1. Boots
Boots are like the sexy step sister to heels. So fun and so playful! You can wear this with a dress or lingerie. Sexy poses with boots include pulling them on (like you're getting ready to go out) or they can be just an edgy way to accessorize your images!
2. Bridal
Congrats on your wedding! A lot of people think bridal boudoir pictures means your veil is the focal point. Not true! There are so many different white pieces you can wear to get the bridal look without any of the cheesiness.
3. Garter
The garter is the perfect accessory to match with your bridal lingerie. They are going to be slipping it off with their teeth come wedding day, so it's a playful hint at what's to come!
4. Button Up Shirt
This is one of my favorites! It's so versatile. The button up shirt has a feel of waking up late on a Sunday and tossing on a favorite shirt of your partner's. It can be tame all the way buttoned up or spicy pulling it open, taking it off, or letting it lay so it just barely covers you.
5. Cocktail Dress
love to start photoshoots in a cocktail dress because it can tell a story of the first part of a date. When the page turns and you are unzipping or sliding it off - it's a beautiful suggestion for what we can expect in the next pages! It's also a great way to ease into the shoot if the idea of shooting in lingerie still intimidates you (which is usually the case!)
6. Corset
What ever happened to corsets? I get it, you can't breathe in them, but WOW do they look amazing in photos! They are incredibly flattering on every body type and give a subtle roleplay vibe that can really add dimension to the mood of your shoot.
7. Crop Top
Some people really love lacy lingerie, some really love casual Friday looks and some love BOTH. The crop top can do wonders for your shape and it is so suggestive. Play around with ones that are loose, tight, cut out in the back, and various lengths. I think you'll find something you really like!
8. Fishnets
These really work for a specific style and isn't for everyone. It can definitely add some fire to your outfit with the right heels and garter belt, though!
9. Garter Belts
Nine out of ten women have no idea how to put these on. This is pretty similar to groomsmen trying to put on a tie at their friend's wedding. Don't worry! We can help! When garter belts are paired with stockings and heels, they can add a few inches to your legs and make you look longer/taller.
10. Heels
A classic. Heels do so many things. They make your legs look longer, tone your calves, help your posture, and add an extra layer of sex appeal to almost any lingerie outfit. Even if casual if your thing, I still recommend bringing at least one pair.
11. Halter Bra
These usually come with a beautiful pattern all the way up to your neckline. This is perfect if you are looking for something more modest, yet still captivating.
12. High Waisted
Everything old is new again. High waisted bottoms were popular back in the 70s, but they look SO amazing in pictures! They have a way of slimming the stomach (and hiding it, if that's a stressor) and the cheekie bottoms create an amazing curvature on your bum that will really highlight your assets.
13. Jeans
Jeans are another one of those more everyday outfits that you can make sexy and suggestive by unzipping them in a photo or doing a picture with only the pants and no shirt on. Jeans can give you that "girl next door" vibe and is super playful.
14. Jersey
Let's get real for a second. Jerseys are designed to be worn over pads and large men and nothing about them will flatter your curves. If you HAVE to wear a jersey during your shoot, get a fitted t-shirt with the team's logo. This will fit better and be MUCH sexier than drowning in an oversized piece that hides your whole body.
15. Patterns
I'm all about sexy black lingerie, but sometimes it can be fun to throw a pattern into the mix. Not ALL patterns look great, so definitely bring a few options so we can make sure to photograph one that will look amazing on you AND in camera.
16. Robes
t can be hard to style an outfit that isn't just a bra and panties. Robes can give the idea of lounging around the house. They can be playful by slipping off the shoulders or worn without a bra underneath to add something more for the imagination.
17. Stockings
Stockings, heels, garter belt... they all add up to the same thing. I try to do at least one outfit ever session that is dressed to the nines. Feel free to get something outside of the standard black. Get something with a tiny pattern on it or something with a design over the thigh. Be careful to size appropriately - if you get a set too small, they can squeeze your thighs and struggle to stay up where they're meant to be
18. Off The Shoulder
This is what we most commonly start off shoots with because it is playful and suggestive at the same time. It gives your hands something to do, too! There is something about pulling cloths in all different directions that is so sexy.
19. One Piece Teddy
Otherwise known as a bodysuit. This is one of my favorite kinds of lingerie to photograph. Bodysuits and teddies are easily the most underrated lingerie there is. They are incredibly flattering on ALL body types. There are a million different designs for how it covers you and is more versatile than you would think. I have so many favorite examples that I couldn't fit them on one page!
20. Themed
This is definitely a less common outfit type because the line between playful and trashy is EXTREMELY thin. If you have an idea, let me know, but most of the time the pictures will be much better with the other options laid out in this guide. I promise to guide away from anything that will not translate well in photographs.
21. T-Shirt
This is another casual option to start off your shoot with. There are a million poses you can do with a t-shirt! A shot of you taking it off makes an amazing transition to show your next outfit on the following page of your album.
22. White Sheet
This is such a favorite of so many women because it is the ultimate "leave a little to the imagination" option. You can appear completely naked while revealing less than most pictures in typical lingerie. The white sheet is usually the final "outfit" and it ends your album with a bang!
23. Glasses
Glasses are a fun little accessory. Nerds are sexy and it can be a fun character to jump into for a few photos.
24. Ponytails
I love long wavy hair, but I also think that a woman's neck and jawline are beautiful. Putting your hair back in a ponytail exposes that and gives you a completely different look for a few pictures during your session.
25. Jewelry
I believe that YOU are the most important thing in these photos and too many accessories can be a distraction. This is why you won't see many images from me that incorporate clunky or overpowering pieces. That said, some things can really bring an outfit together. Feel free to bring necklaces, bracelets or body jewelry you think would add to your images.
Anything your significant other loves that you wear, feel free to bring that too!
Let’s Shop
Here are a few of my favorite shops for getting gorgeous lingerie!
Shein: https://roe.shein.com
-My wife favorite place to shop because of their price and options for all sizes.
Eberjy: www.eberjy.com
- A new favorite store of mine. They have a little bit of everything and it is beautifuly classy.
Yandy: www.yandy.com
- They have pretty much everything. The quality is less but it photographs amazingly.
Nordstrom: www.nordstrom.com
- If you have never really had a bra fitting, Nordstrom’s is know for having an incredibly knowledgable staff. Any client of mine who has ever shopped there has been glad they did.
For Love and Lemons: www.forloveandlemons.com
- Another one of my favorites. Very elegant and unique. You will find some pieces that are just to die for.
Agent Provocateur: www.agentprovacateur.com
- AP are known for being one of the sexiest options for lingerie.